A Vanderbilt permit is required to park in any space on campus, other than in the visitor spaces as described above.

A visitor with a state-issued handicap placard may park in any metered space on campus for free. If you have additional questions about parking for a special needs visitor, please contact our office at 322-2554.

Visiting Campus Residents

Guest permits are available on friday afternoon for persons visiting campus residents for the weekend. Parking for extended periods is available in the paid parking areas located around campus. Guest permits can be obtained from the parking office on Fridays.

Meters

The Office of Parking Services has installed meters in various locations around campus where a high rate of turnover for short-term parking is desired. As a courtesy to others, please observe the time limits on these meters. Meters will not register more than the time limit posted, even if additional coins are added. Meters are enforced Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. unless otherwised marked.

West End Project Refund

F permit holders will be eligible for a full refund if they return their permit to Parking Services prior to Winter Break (December 21, 2017) and leave their vehicle at home for the remainder of the academic year. The refund will be issued according to original payment method.

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Kensington Garage Permit Holder

You may start parking in the garage once you pickup access card. Prior to picking up card, you must park in Lot 72E & 72D. If you pull a ticket to enter the garage, you are responsible for paying the daily parking fees.

Scooters and Motorcycles

A Permit is required for ALL vehicles parking on the Vanderbilt University Campus. Scooters and motorcycles are not allowed to operate on sidewalks, walkways or similar pathways. See Policy: policy, map